In 1988, microbiologist Curt Jones used his knowledge of cryogenic technology to invent Dippin' Dots, an unconventional ice cream treat that's remarkably fresh and flavorful, introducing the world to beaded ice cream. Dippin' Dots Ice Cream proved to be irresistibly fun to eat. In the late 80's and early 90's, the Dippin' Dots dealer network began and various theme and amusement parks discovered their customers' love for the exciting new ice cream.
In 1995, Dippin' Dots was first introduced to an international market, making its debut in Japan. In 2000, the company's dealer network evolved into what is now an award-winning franchise system with locations coast-to-coast. Today, Dippin' Dots can be found in more than 100 shopping centers and retail locations and in more than a thousand theme parks, stadiums, arenas, movie theaters, and other entertainment venues across the country.
In 2012, Dippin' Dots was purchased by Fischer Enterprises, a family owned company that has brought renewed strength and vitality to the Dippin' Dots business. Under the direction of president Scott Fischer, availability of Dippin' Dots products has increased through a variety of outlets including expanded e-commerce home delivery, thousands of new locations in the drug and convenience store channel, hundreds of additional fair, festival, and event locations, and a new co-branded mall model with its sister popcorn franchise, Doc Popcorn.